Friendship Evangelism Following Jesus
SCRIPTURE FOCUS “Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water” John 4:10
Sharing the gospel best happens in an open, TRUSTING relationship, using language relevant to the context and needs of the person with who you are sharing.
John 4—Woman at the well “Then Jesus said, ‘Follow Me.’”
Inviting Others to Follow Jesus Know when to invite them. Keep the focus on a basic relationship with God. Frame your witness in terms of the needs of the other person.
Invitation Opportunity A friend lost his/her job
Invitation Opportunity A friend fellow employee is abandoned by his/her spouse
Learn to Bite Your Tongue People will let you know if they want to know more. Water the seed you planted with kindness—but not words about religion.
Sharing Scripture Romans 1:28 John 3:16 1 John 1:8-9
Follow Through Begin basic devotional habits such as prayer, Bible study, and meditation. Connect with Christian fellowship: Small Group study in a home They may not be ready for church
What do you believe is the most important action step God wants you to Take? What do you believe God is saying to you right now about friendship evangelism?